Which feature defines a neutral atom?(1 point)

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a full outer electron shell
a full outer electron shell

a low level of reactivity
a low level of reactivity

the ability to change to another substance during a chemical reaction
the ability to change to another substance during a chemical reaction

the number of electrons

1 answer

The feature that defines a neutral atom is the number of electrons. A neutral atom has an equal number of protons (positively charged) and electrons (negatively charged), which balances the electrical charge.